Wolof Bead String Match
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PLAYERS
2-6
DIFFICULTY
SETTING
Indoor
MATERIALS
- A string of colored beads or a strip of paper with a colored pattern
- Loose beads or colored counters matching the pattern's colors
- A cloth to cover the string
HOW TO PLAY
1
Lay out a string of beads in a specific color order and let all players study it for a short set time.
2
Cover the string completely so no one can see the pattern any longer.
3
Each player then tries to recreate the exact color order from memory using their own loose beads or counters.
4
Once everyone has finished, uncover the original string and compare it against each player's attempt.
5
Award points based on how many beads each player placed correctly in the right position.
6
Play several rounds with new patterns, and the player with the highest total score wins.